The Friendship War by Andrew Clements
The Friendship War puts a unique spin on a timeless theme for middle-grade fiction.
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Stay by Bobbie Pyron
Stay, a heart-tugging dog story. also introduces young readers (in a limited way) to the plight of the homeless.
Last in the Long Line of Rebels by Lisa Lewis Tyre
In this light-hearted middle-grade novel, a southern “Rebel” digs into her heritage with surprising and enlightening results.
When We Were Lost by Kevin Wignall
This tense survival tale illustrates contrasting forms of leadership as teens struggle to find their way out of the Brazilian jungle.
The Mysterious Benedict Society Series by Trenton Lee Stewart
The Mysterious Benedict Society is a clever middle grades mystery series perfect for puzzle-loving tween and young teen readers.
*Super Jake and the King of Chaos by Naomi Milliner
An aspiring magician discovers the real magic in “Super Jake,” his special-needs little brother
Finding Orion by John David Anderson
Beneath its crazy premise, Finding Orion is a touching look at family reconciliation.
Pie in the Sky by Remy Lai
With humor and heart, Pie in the Sky explores the experience of a young Asian immigrant with much more than assimilation on his mind.